Retirement and Investment Literacy

This episode I discuss where to find opportunities in a very uncertain market.  Whether you are a beginner or advanced investor there are ways to continue to grow your portfolio. Elliott

With this episode I set the tone for 2026.  What to watch whether you are a beginner or an advanced investor.   In the new year I will be circling back to basics to start then work my way through more sophisticated strategies.  If you have any questions, please reach out.  Thanks for listening

This week has alot of data being released.  Most Importantly Nvidia's earnings.  

Just a few stocks that are on my radar and why.  Please do your homework but I believe you will find value with these names.   Elliott Touchstonefinancialeducation.com

On this podcast I discuss Gold as an investment class.  Industrial metal vs. Hedge.  How to play gold till the end of the year as it as reached all time highs and returned 55% this year.  

I discuss Gold as an asset class.  What is it?  Why is it up 55% Year-to-Date.  How to take advantage of gold in the 4th qtr.  

A quick note on free resources for choosing your investments. Elliott www. TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com No selling. Just eduction.

In this episode I discuss the upward movement of a stock when it gets added to an index - like the S&P 500.   www. TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com No selling. Just education.

In this episode I discuss how to generate income from your portfolio and reduce volatility.  I cover Dividend Income, Interest Income from Bonds and Hi Yield Savings Accounts. Thanks for listening, Elliott   www. TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com No selling. Just education.

With this episode I discuss dividend income.  Stocks that pay dividends tend to be less volatile as they are more mature companies.  In a time of volatility these are great additions to any portfolio.  If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask.     www. TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com No selling. Just education.

In this episode I discuss what to do as we near the possible end to the volatility as a result of the tariffs.  My discussion focuses on your state of mind as an investor as opposed to pure metrics.  This is slightly different approach but sometimes it's a good idea to step back and gain some perspective - there will always be opportunities in the market.  www. TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com No...

In this episode I discuss how to navigate earnings season with an eye towards a possible economic slowdown.   www. TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com No selling. Just education.

In this video I discuss what to do while the uncertainty around tariffs remains.     www. TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com No selling. Just education.

In this episode I discuss 1st quarter performance of major indices.  I also touch up expectations for 2nd quarter and Tariff uncertainty.   What metrics can you use to determine market direction?  I discuss 4 in this podcast.   Trying times indeed, keep the faith. Elliott   www. TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com No selling. Just education.

Today is the first day of the imposition of tariffs.  The markets have been extremely volatile in anticpation of this day.   How do we evaluate our positions  in this uncertain environment?  We keep it simple - Market, Sector, Stock.  Using this formula can help to reduce the emotional response we have to losing value in our portfolios.   Thanks for listening and keep the faith Elliott   www. Touc...

Short video on what I'm watching in this new sector.  Good things are coming.     www. TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com No selling. Just education.

In this episode I discuss Data Center Reits.  These do not operate like traditional REITS which are invested in commercial real estate that provide nice dividends.  Data Center Reits are designed for growth.  With the push into AI, the growth of this sector is going to continue.  This is a way to make an investment in tech. infrastructure.    www. TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com No selling. Just...

Took a look back at 2024 market performance and the stocks I discussed throughout the year.  Also, I discuss what I am looking at for 2025 aggressive positions.   Thanks for listening and Happy New Year! Elliott   www. TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com No selling. Just education.

This 3rd installment wraps up our installment on the mindset of a successful investor.  We had a great time putting these together and we hope you enjoy.    

Just a heads up on contribution limits

In this podcast I compare the rapid growth of AI and a potential bubble to what we went through back in 1999's tech bubble.  It's a compare and contrast discussion.      

In this second episode with Elliott and Luann, we continue discussing how to maintain a positive mindset around investing.   Stay tuned for more from this dynamic duo.   www. TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com   No selling. Just education.

In this first episode with Elliott and Luann, we discuss how to maintain a positive mindset around investing.   Stay tuned for more from this dynamic duo.   www. TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com No selling. Just education.

A short video describing who we are and what we do. Thanks for watching/listening. TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com  

This episode we discuss China and their $142B infusion into their economy and its impact on their stock markets.  We also discuss the growing might of India's economy.  How do we play the uptick in both of these emerging market economies?  We also discuss contribution limits and final day to fund IRA's.